Giancarlo Stanton’s first career pinch-hit home run ignites Yankees rally
Giancarlo Stanton Breaks Pinch-Hitting Drought Giancarlo Stanton has long been a force to reckon with at the plate. But his pinch-hitting record hasn’t always reflected that reputation. On Thursday night, he struggled, recording just 5 hits in 48 at-bats. However, everything took a turn in a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Mariners. With two outs […]
Mets’ Pete Alonso delivers clutch pinch-hit double one day after injury scare
As Pete Alonso said about his injured right hand before Thursday’s 3-2 win over Arizona, he didn’t just dodge a bullet, he shot one. Alonso started Wednesday’s game against the Dodgers on the bench after being hit in the hand by a 93 mph fastball, but he came in to pinch hit for Brett Beatty […]